Definition

A type of fat molecule made from glycerol and two fatty acids, commonly found in food and the body.

Example

Diglycerides are often used in food products as emulsifiers to help mix ingredients together.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of diglyceride?

Yeah, I think it's something related to fats, right?

Exactly! It's an ester made from glycerol and two fatty acids.

That sounds interesting; I didn’t know that about it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diglyceride → It is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "glyceride" (from glycerin, which is derived from the Greek word "glycerinē", meaning sweet). The word "diglyceride" refers to a molecule that contains two glycerol units.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') glycerol units combined together — that's what a diglyceride is.

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